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Present simple
We use the present simple to talk about: regular habits and routines. We usually go rollerblading at the weekend. permanent situations. David lives in Manchester. scientific facts. Water boils at 100C. states, not actions, e.g. like, believe, know. She doesnt like chorizo.
Present continuous
We use the present continuous to talk about: something that is happening now or around now. Theyre playing tennis at the moment. temporary situations. Hes visiting his grandparents in Ibiza. changing or developing situations. The number of car accidents every year is increasing. future arrangements. Shes going to the cinema this evening.
1 Complete the sentences. Use the correct form of the present simple or the present continuous.
1 At the moment Linda (work) as a motorcycle courier. 2 Tom often (not go) to the Cyber caf. 3 Excuse me. you (know) how to get to Church Street? 4 What you (listen to)? 5 Juan (work) for the Iberia airline. Hes a pilot. 6 In the summer, the sun (rise) at five oclock in the morning. 7 I (not like) my gym. I (not get) fit fast enough! 8 Tom and I (go) to the beach this weekend.
3 Write the questions. Use the present simple or the present continuous. Then answer the questions.
1 What / you / do / next weekend? 2 How often / you / go / to the cinema? 3 What time / you / usually / get up? 4 What / you / wear / today?